FEATURED COLUMNS
Applewhite notes that ageism silences older people; that’s why she’s written her most recent book
February 1, 2019 at 12:00 a.m.
Finding Happiness in the Second Half of Life
Brooks went in search of the code to happiness
An Encore for Him, A Second Chance for Them
Although age and background represented a large gap between Goldsmith and the inmates, he felt a connection to them
John Schieszer
He finds it immensely rewarding when things he wrote about years ago as future options become a reality
QFC and Me
Recently, I found an envelope full of cheer in my mailbox, but the story began back in 2004
Wendy Pender
“We have to cultivate the qualities of optimism, curiosity, steadfastness, perseverance and resilience... I hope my columns help people to feel more optimistic and supported as they age.”
Retirement Diary
The first month after retiring from my job, I couldn’t stop thinking about my job.
Meet Mark Bryant, Fitness Instructor and Powerlifting Champ
“When I started working with seniors, my life took a turn for the better”
Disney and 55+ Living Communities
The Walt Disney Company is now in the business of building communities for people over age 55
AARP’s Movies for Grownups
Did you catch the PBS special presenting AARP’s annual awards show, Movies for Grownups?
Pat D’Amico
“Ideas for columns are everywhere. Human nature never lets me down. I usually stick to poems, but every once in a while, I write a short story.”
What People in their 90s Regret the Most
“We all have joys, hopes, fears and longings that never go away no matter how old we get,”
Duwamish Longhouse and Cultural Center
Kristina Pearson recalls working with her grandmother, Cecile Hansen, on behalf of the Duwamish Tribe. In 2019, the Duwamish Longhouse and Cultural Center celebrated its Grand Opening
Diana Couture
The dishes were done and the tea pot was on. She decided to call Dawn to see what she was doing. Dawn answered the phone with a delighted lilt to her voice
